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New York City, NY, United States
Senior Policy Counsel/Associate
Attorney
Company Review
Full-time
No
Summary: - Job Title: Senior Policy Counsel/Associate - Organization: NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF) - Location: Washington . (hybrid work environment) - Salary: Not specified - Experience: 7+ years in policy reform or advocacy - Education: Juris Doctor degree (2010) or other advanced degree preferred - Department: Policy - Type: Full-time Responsibilities: - Identify, develop, and implement legislative and policy reform strategies at federal, state, and local levels - Conduct policy research in areas of criminal justice, economic justice, education, and political participation - Monitor and respond to civil rights issues in proposed legislation or agency action - Secure and prepare opportunities for LDF to influence legislation and policy at federal level - Draft and deliver legislative testimony at federal, state, and local levels - Participate in briefings with elected officials and agency officials on LDF's priorities - Build and participate in national coalitions and partnerships to advance political participation, education, economic justice, and criminal justice - Work collaboratively with LDF's attorneys, organizers, and multidisciplinary teams to advance reforms - Write and publish policy briefs, fact sheets, reports, and other documents to educate legislators, stakeholders, and the public - Other duties as assigned Qualifications: - Juris Doctor degree (2010) or other advanced degree preferred - 7+ years of experience in policy reform or advocacy at federal, state, or local level - Member of DC Bar or eligible to waive in - Excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills - Commitment to civil rights and racial justice - Experience in Fair Housing and Lending or Education considered a plus - Ability to develop and manage relationships and partnerships with coalitions, community members, and public officials - Strategic thinking and planning skills - Ability to work independently and on teams - Ability to travel Benefits: - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Flexible spending accounts - Transit/commuter plan - Life insurance and AD&D - Voluntary life and AD&D - AFLAC - Employee Assistance Plan - Health Advocate - 403b plan with employer match - Vacation, sick, and personal time program Application Process: - Position open until filled - Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered - Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for employment (reasonable accommodations available) Equal Opportunity Employer: - NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. - Commitment to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, veteran status, medical condition or disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law
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Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary life & AD&D, AFLAC, Employee Assistance Plan, Health Advocate, 403b plan with employer match, vacation, sick, and personal time
Legislative and policy reform strategies, research, advocacy, relationship-building, strategic thinking, management, writing, public speaking, commitment to civil rights and racial justice
Juris Doctor degree or other advanced degree
Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume through the provided link
Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree or other advanced degree, member of DC Bar or eligible to waive in
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Jul 23, 2024
Apr 09, 2024
Qualification and ExperienceJuris Doctor degree or other advanced degree, member of DC Bar or eligible to waive in
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